The City of San Antonio, along with its many partners, are proud to announce the grand opening of Lower Broadway, on Saturday, October 26. To commemorate this much-anticipated milestone, an official celebration and press conference will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 1:30 p.m., followed by a River North Neighborhood Block Party from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
The River North Block Party will pay tribute to the revitalization of this key corridor and the vibrant, newly established River North District complete with bikes, brews and bites. The free and open-to-the-public event will offer something for everyone, with live music, a kids’ zone, local vendors, games, face painting, balloon artists, and much more. It’s an opportunity for the community to gather, explore the district, and support the many local businesses that now call River North home.
Lower Broadway has been re-birthed via a $42 million 2017 Bond Project, offering improved infrastructure, ADA compliant wheelchair ramps, pedestrian amenities including lighting and streetscapes, on-street parking, wide sidewalks and so much more. Last year, the updated bike lanes were opened on Avenue B and North Alamo Street and have become some of the most utilized and traversed by cyclists.
The River North District is a 375-acre transit-oriented development, envisioned in the adopted River North Master Plan, immediately north of Downtown San Antonio, lining Lower Broadway and connecting to the historic Riverwalk to the south. River North has blossomed into a hub of local culture, featuring a lively and walkable mixed-use urban neighborhood. The area features local cuisine, beer options, and live music. River North has become a hotspot for bicyclists and workout enthusiasts, as well as animal lovers who frequent the district’s many dog-friendly spaces. It’s a place where community and creativity come together, creating new opportunities for both residents and businesses.
Join us on October 26th to celebrate the transformation of Lower Broadway and a celebration of the River North District – a place where San Antonio’s creativity, culture, and community spirit truly come alive.
Event Details:
- Grand Opening Ceremony featuring Mayor Ron Nirenberg: 1:30 p.m.
- River North Block Party: 2:00-6:00 p.m.
- Location: Broadway Street, River North District, San Antonio
- Free and open to the public
For additional information, please visit: centrosanantonio.org/rivernorth